Welcome to my mommy blog

Four years ago, I was diagnosed with severe preclampsia around 19 wks into the pregnancy. Reducing my work hours to part-time along with bedrest did not help so I was hospitalized at 23 wks. After 4 weeks of watching my body shut down, my baby girl was being taken by emergency c-section (13.5 weeks early). I had been scared for my tiny baby all along...but now, I was scared for myself. My feet were yellow while my legs, feet, hands and face were grossly swollen.

I briefly saw Piper as they rushed her to the NICU. She was beautiful, just tiny. Because my health was critical, three days passed before they would allow me to see Piper. I felt detached and lost during my first visit to the NICU. I kept asking myself 'why didn't I feel that instant bond to her' and 'what's wrong with me'. I went back later that evening. This time, the nurse taught me how to touch my preemie so I didn't hurt her. That day, my tiny 2 lb baby hugged my heart and changed my life forever.

My doctor said Piper and I were his miracle story. He explained that most patients as sick as I, die on the operating table. But, the Lord had other plans for me ;o)

At age 4, my daughter has graduated from many therapies and is developmentally on track. Unfortunately, her lungs were badly damaged from the ventilator that saved her life.

I love being a mommy, and especially Piper's. She is a bright, creative, funny, strong-willed little girl. She has a girly charm, eyes that reach your soul, and a laugh that brings music to your ears. A few of her favorite things are being fancy like Fancy Nancy, reading and drawing, taking care of Bitty Baby, wearing bandaids, snuggling with corner blankie, and talking to her three imaginary friends (Zach the puppy, Baby, and Kitty). I hope to document a little of Piper's life and share her vivid imagination with you all.

As I work my way through this thing called life, I am thankful I have Babycakes by my side.

Peace and Bunny Ears,
Aimee